Example route of the educational trip.③〔MIYAGI〕

See the restoration of seaside towns, and learn the history of the Date Clan.3 nights, 4 days

View the wonders of seaside towns and see the situation of restoration. Also, visit the places associated with Date Masamune and learn about the history. This course also includes a walking tour in Sendai.(Use of chartered bus assumed)

  • MIYAGI
11:00

Start at Sendai station

12:00

Have lunch and go shopping at Mitsui Outlet Park Sendai Port

Tohoku's most largest outlet mall.
Approximately 30 minutes by bus from Sendai Airport. Also near Matsushima, regarded as one of Japan's top 3 scenic views, you can find Tohoku's largest outlet mall with around 120 shops featuring popular domestic and overseas brands. Aside from the obviously great prices of the outlet mall, there are also loads of other great attractions such as the restaurants where you can enjoy the local cuisine of Tohoku as well as Tohoku's largest Ferris Wheel that gives you a view looking over the city of Sendai.
Phone
022-355-8800
Hours open to visitors
Shopping mall is open from 10 AM to 8 PM
restaurants and food court from 10:30 AM to 8 PM
※Times may differ depending on the season
Closed
One day off per year (undecided)
URL
https://mitsui-shopping-park.com/mop/sendai/
13:40

Tour the Sendai Umino-Mori Aquarium

Encounter the many creatures of the sea!
An aquarium with approximately 100 tanks covering a space of 9,000m2 displaying some of the world's as well as Japan's fascinating and unique creatures. This aquarium is filled with plenty of things to see and do such as the giant tank that recreates the habitat of the sea of Sanriku, interacting with penguins and South American sea lions. There is also and dolphin and seal performances. The Backyard Tour where you get to explore the back areas with the aquarium's caretakers is also popular among visitors.
Phone
022-355-2222
FAX
022-355-2225
Hours open to visitors
9AM-last entry at 6:00PM *Depends on season
Closed
No holidays
Fee
Adults: 2,100 yen
URL
http://www.uminomori.jp/
16:30

Stay in Sendai

8:30

Depart from downtown Sendai City

8:50

Sendai Castle Site

Date Masamune's statue watches over the town
The castle ruins of Date Masamune, one of the Sengoku feudal lords that ruled over Sendai 400 years ago. The castle itself no longer remains, but the stone wall which have been carefully reconstructed helps to preserve those ancient times. A statue of Date Masamune riding a horse stands in the inner citadel ruins where you can catch the perfect view of the stores and houses located in Sendai's city center. Use Sendai's tourist city loop bus, “Loople Sendai,” as a convenient way to get around.
Fee
Free to tour
URL
http://www.sentabi.jp/guidebook/attractions/view/78
http://sendai-travel.jp/places/sendai-castle-site/

Lord Date Statue

Located on the ruins of Sendai Castle. Take a picture together with "Date Masamune and his samurai", if you're lucky!

9:50

Take the Sendai City Subway to Arai Station

A convenient means of transportation in the city.
If you need to get around Sendai City, we recommend using the City Subway Nanboku Line and Tozai Line from JR Sendai Station. Using the newly established (2015) Tozai line, you can travel from Japan's highest elevation station, Yagiyama Zoological Park station, all the way to the eastern coast terminal station of Arai. For those going to Sendai Castle Site or the Sendai City Museum, the Sendai International Center station is perfect for you. All day passes are available.
Phone
022-224-5111　(Transportation Bureau of Sendai City)
Fee
All day subway pass/Weekdays ¥840 for adults, Weekends and holidays are ¥620 for adulsts.
URL
http://www.kotsu.city.sendai.jp/
10:30

Sendai 3.11 Memorial Community Center

Memories of the earthquake - to the future, to the world
In addition to being a location to learn about the Great East Japan Earthquake, it also acts as an entrance to the eastern coastal region of Sendai which was hit hard by the tsunami. In addition to permanent exhibits that teach visitors about the damage inflicted by the earthquake and the current state of restoration to the area, exhibits which demonstrate the damage through how those in the region live and their memories, there are also workshops where you can have a chance to discuss the disaster caused by the earthquake as well as field tours where participants will visit the surrounding areas.
Phone
022-390-9022
FAX
022-353-5710
Hours open to visitors
10AM-5PM
Closed
Monday (if Monday is a national holiday, then Tuesday) and following day of national holiday except Saturdays, Sundays and national holidays
Fee
Free to tour
URL
http://sendai311-memorial.jp/
http://sendai311-memorial.jp/wp/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/smcc_3ori2-170916-SGR.pdf
11:20

Have Sendai's famous beef tongue for lunch

Cooked with simple seasoning and full of flavor
A flavor originating from Sendai, beef tongue that has been seasoned with salt and pepper and grilled over a charcoal fire. It was invented by the first owner of the Aji Tasuke restaurant, who set up shop in the center of Sendai. It is so well-known nationally that people think of Sendai when grilled beef tongue is mentioned, and over 100 specialty shops can be found across the city. Each shop works to come up with their own speciality dishes, serving it in stews, sushi, etc..
Hours open to visitors
Depends on store location
Closed
Depends on store location
Fee
Depends on store location
URL
http://www.sentabi.jp/artfood_food/
http://sendai-travel.jp/eat/beef-tongue/
12:40

Earthquake Ruins Sendai Arahama Elementary School

Its appearance left untouched from the damage
Arahama Elementary School, the site which children, teaching staff and local residents fled to at the time of the earthquake and was hit by the tsunami up to the 2nd floor was reopened as a remnant of the earthquake disaster. Photographs and footage are displayed inside the school which show the progress of events from the time the earthquake occurred, evacuation, when the tsunami hit, to the time of rescue, demonstrating the terrible power and threat of the tsunami. Even now, visitors can view the restoration and reconstruction taking place from the roof of the school.
Phone
022-355-8517 (Management office)
FAX
022-355-8517 (Management office)
Hours open to visitors
10AM-4PM
Closed
Monday, 2nd and 4th Thursday (if those days are national holidays, then next day) (and day following national holidays excluding Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays)
Fee
Free
URL
https://www.city.sendai.jp/kankyo/shisetsu/ruin_arahama_elementaryschool.html
https://www.city.sendai.jp/kankyo/shisetsu/documents/mitsuori_arahamasyo_2.pdf
15:10

Onagawa Fisheries Industry Experience Hall “AGAIN Station"

Enjoy products and experience fisheries!
The building is a replica of the former JR Onagawa Station that was washed away by the tsunami. With Onagawa as its focus, those who stop by can find marine products and local products of the surrounding cities and towns sold here. There is also a corner where participants can experience various aspects of Onagawa's fishing industry (reservation is required at least one week in advance). You can also enjoy sampling food after learning how to handle and cook scallops, and arrange seafood rice bowls.
Phone
0225-98-7839
FAX
0225-98-7879
Hours open to visitors
10AM-5PM
Closed
Monday (open on national holidays; if Monday is a national holiday it will close on Tuesday. )
Fee
Free entry. Charges for experiences vary based on the program
URL
http://www.onagawa.co.jp/

Fishery experiences in Onagawa

Through experiences of unloading and processing of the cultured scallop and oyster, you can learn about the marine products industry of Onagawa.

Walk around Seapal Pier Onagawa

Tourist shopping area in front of Onagawa Station
A shopping area which follows a brick road that starts from JR Onagawa Station towards the ocean lined with 35 shops such as restaurants, small super markets and retail shops. The building nearest to the sea is a commercial establishment called “Hama Terrace.” Here you can find fresh fish, marine products on sale, restaurants where you can eat seasonal seafood lined up and enjoy some shopping and dining while admiring the ocean view.
Phone
0225-24-8118 (Onagawa Future Creation)
FAX
0225-24-8228 (Onagawa Future Creation)
Hours open to visitors
Depends on store location
Closed
Depends on store location
URL
http://onagawa-mirai.jp/
18:00

Stay in Minamisanriku

9:00

Depart from Minamisanriku

9:00

Learning about the earthquake on the story telling bus

A bus tour around the areas flooded by the tsunami
Minamisanriku, a town where homes were damaged by the tsunami. The storytelling bus tour looks at the after-effects of that tsunami and aims to increase awareness and help prevent people from forgetting the lessons learned from the earthquake. The bus tour lasts about 60 minutes and passengers can also observes those areas affected by floods. Local guides on board talk about their own personal experiences and the lessons they learned from the earthquake disaster. English and Chinese (Traditional) guide books are also available. Reservations are required.
Phone
0226-47-2550 (Minamisanriku Tourism Association)
FAX
0226-46-3080 (Minamisanriku Tourism Association)
Hours open to visitors
Possible operating times: 8:30AM-5PM (reception closes at 3PM during winter)
Fee
10,800 yen for up to 20 persons per bus (an extra charge of 540 yen for each person beyond 20 persons)
URL
http://www.m-kankou.jp/tour/storyteller/
10:40

Have lunch and tour the Minami Sanriku's Sun Sun Shopping Village



Shopping street with a complete view of Shizugawa Bay
In this area, shops which were damaged by the earthquake gathered and opened temporary facilities in 2012. In December of 2016, it was briefly closed but opened in full force in 2017. Twenty-eight shops which include food and drink, fresh fish, and direct sellers gathered in the building designed by Kengo Kuma, a world-famous architect. There are five restaurants where you can eat “Minami-Sanriku Kirakira Don” which is a seafood rice bowl filled with several different types of delicious seafood. You can also purchase sashimi and seafood rice bowls at the fish markets for take-out.
Phone
0226-25-8903
FAX
0226-28-9290
Hours open to visitors
Depends on store location
Closed
Depends on store location
URL
https://www.sansan-minamisanriku.com/
12:30

Visit Minami Sanriku schools, homestay experience, etc.

Experience life in Minami Sanriku as a member of a local family.
A group program put on by the Tourism Association of Minami Sanriku. Become part of a Minami Sanriku family and see how they live their day to day lives, helping them with chores and work. We hope you'll be able to experience the importance of family and life through sharing time with the people who suffered from the Great Eastern Japan Earthquake. You can decide when and how to meet and part with the homestay families.
Phone
0226-47-2550 (Minami Sanriku Tourism Association)
Fee
¥6,500 (tax not incl.) for 1 night with 2 meals from 3:00PM to 10:00AM the next day.
URL
https://www.m-kankou.jp/

Stay in Minamisanriku

Depart from Minamisanriku

10:00

Homestay departure ceremony

10:45

Visit Matsushima, one of the three great views of Japan

A sea-front street lined with souvenir shops and restaurants. Enjoy the various foods while walking through the area.
11:00

Matsushima Pleasure Boat Round Trip Course

A must-do if you want to tour Matsushima!
Matsushima, where you can find as many as 260 islands, both large and small. Take the Matsushima Pleasure Boat Round Trip Course, the cruise that will give you the chance to see the beauty of this view up close. This cruise arrives and departs the boarding area located near JR Matsushima Coast Station. The course has various routes that are roughly 50 minutes, cruising around the various uniquely shaped islands such as Futagojima Island and Senganjima Island. “Niojima Island” which is shaped like someone wearing a beret with a cigarette in their mouth is also worth seeing.
Phone
022-354-2233 (Matsushima Island Tour Boat)
022-365-3611 (Marubun Matsushima Kisen)
FAX
022-354-2235 (Matsushima Island Tour Boat)
022-365-3509 (Marubun Matsushima Kisen)
Hours open to visitors
Depends on tour boat company
Closed
No holidays
Fee
Adults: From 1,500 yen
URL
http://www.matsushima.or.jp/ (Matsushima Island Tour Boat)
https://www.marubun-kisen.com/ (Marubun Matsushima Kisen Steamboat)

Homemade Sasakamaboco Experience

You can experience grilling your own sasa kama while viewing the Godaido Temple. 1 for 200 yen.

13:30

Visit Zuiganji Temple and Godaido

Godaido - Symbol of Matsushima rebuilt by Masamune
A temple which was rebuilt by Date Masamune, acts as a landmark of Matsushima. The statues of the five great wisdom kings installed there are only operated to the public once every 33 years. Twelve animals are carved into the four sides of the temple. To get to the small island where the Godaido Temple is located, you will cross an open-floored bridge painted in a vermilion color that goes over the transparent sea below.
Phone
022-354-2023 (Zuiganji Temple)
FAX
022-354-5145 (Zuiganji Temple)
Hours open to visitors
8AM-5PM *Depends on season
Fee
Free to visit
URL
http://www.zuiganji.or.jp/keidai/godaidou.html


Zuiganji Temple - Date family temple constructed by Masamune
The temple of the Date family which Date Masamune took over 5 years time to completed its infrastructure in 1609. Those visiting the temple can see the treasure hall which contains reproductions of magnificent paintings considered national treasures that decorate each of the rooms inside the temple, and documents related to the Date family. English tours are also available on Sundays and national holidays.
Phone
022-354-2023
FAX
022-354-5145
Hours open to visitors
9AM-5PM (last entry 1 hour before close) *Depends on season
Fee
Adults: 700 yen
URL
http://www.zuiganji.or.jp/
16:15

Leave from Sendai Station to various areas

Learn from the mystic of Sanrik Geopark.
  • AOMORI
  • IWATE

A beautiful seaside trail where you can witness the charming amber and limestone Ryusendo Cave. A perfect route to enjoy learning via the science museum and the Disaster Learning Train.(Use of chartered bus assumed)

Learn about hope - learning about earthquake disasters and stay at a local’s home.
  • IWATE
  • MIYAGI

A trip where we can learn from the people restoring their towns and lives after the tsunami disaster. This course will take you through the town while it's being restored so you can learn more about disaster prevention, and you can spend time with local people at their homes. (Use of chartered bus assumed)

Experience rich nature and learn about disasters
  • MIYAGI
  • FUKUSHIMA

On top of experiencing fruit and vegetable harvesting, as well as some light hiking, you'll be able to learn about disasters and how to prevent them with our restoration tourism plan. (Use of chartered bus assumed)